4th August 2006, 06:59 AM | #1 |
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unknown axe???
Another strange item... It certainly looks like an axe, but could be some sort of tool also? The edges are sharp and is a heavy blade made for use...
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4th August 2006, 07:49 AM | #2 |
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It is amazing what the tourists leave behind in Crete!
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4th August 2006, 08:22 AM | #3 |
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Take a look at this thread. Might give an answer.
http://www.vikingsword.com/vb/showthread.php?t=841 |
4th August 2006, 09:38 PM | #4 |
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I believe in Stone's it is called a kudjing (?).
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Stone calls it a kudi tranchang:
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5th August 2006, 04:33 AM | #6 |
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Fig. 494. from Stone. He observes that "They vary so much in shape that it is difficult to see their relationship."
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